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Vines interlude:
Plant deciduous climbing vines to create a "living awning" for your home or balcony @lbc.co.uk
— DC🕊ðŸŒðŸ”¥ðŸŒ± (@dcminx.bsky.social) 2026-07-14T10:19:32.230Z
Block the sun rays before they hit your windows, lowering ambient temperatures through shade and transpiration.
In winter they drop their leaves, allowing in the sunlight 💚🌳 #LBC